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Moximac is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion, Tablet, Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Moximac also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Moximac. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Moximac are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Moximac as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Moximac are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Moximac is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Moximac related warnings talks about Moximac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Moximac is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Moximac have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Moximac have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Moximac is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Moximac is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Moximac is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Moximac safe for pregnant women?
Moximac can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Moximac right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Moximac safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Moximac may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Moximac should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Moximac on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Moximac on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Moximac on the Liver?
Moximac does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Moximac on the Heart?
Moximac is rarely harmful for the heart.
Moximac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Moximac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moximac habit forming or addictive?
Moximac does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Moximac can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Moximac only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Moximac for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Moximac
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Moximac to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moximac
Drinking alcohol while taking Moximac may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
The dosage of this drug may vary depending on the type of infection and severity of the infection. Usually, oral Moximac is recommended to be taken once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without the food because food does not affect the absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, heart diseases, diabetes mellitus, and improper liver or kidney function.
Yes, Moximac might cause tendinitis and tendon rupture. It has been associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in patients of all ages.
Moximac contains moxifloxacin (a broad-spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as fluoroquinolones). It works by inhibiting enzymes (topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase) in bacteria which prevents the DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination that is essential for the survival of the susceptible organism. In this way Moximac is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Enterococcus faecalis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Moraxella catarrhalis.
Yes, Moximac is an antibiotic. It contains moxifloxacin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
Take Moximac as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 579-584
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 714
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Avelox (moxifloxacin hydrochloride)